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Villa, Heated Pool, Spa, Firepit, Outdoor Kitchen, BBQ, Smoker, Pizza Oven,

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Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Lunigiana, Tuscany
  • Popular LocationBagnone Castle16 min drive
  • Popular LocationAppennino Tosco-Emiliano National Park33 min drive
  • Popular LocationLa Spezia Cruise Terminal43 min drive
  • AirportPisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)81 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 8
3014 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Common area
    2 sleep sofas/futons
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower
Bathroom 3
    Combined shower/bath

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Villa, Heated Pool, Spa, Firepit, Outdoor Kitchen, BBQ, Smoker, Pizza Oven,

Detached villa, light and airy, elegantly furnished, stylish, spacious in private enclosed gardens, parking within the grounds for several cars—smart TV's, Wifi 50mbps.
Complimentary wine and Prosecco on arrival. Hampers on request.
The modern kitchen on the ground floor is equipped with everything you would require to make a fabulous Italian feast. Off the kitchen through the patio doors, dine on the shaded terrace with a sizeable black granite table overlooking the garden.
The heated private pool, 9.5 x 4 x 1.5m, is paved with travertine and decking, and the new hot tub with 76 jets has seating for five and includes two chaise Longue. The outdoor kitchen comprises gas and wood-fired BBQs (wood provided), a smoker, a pizza oven, a fridge, a sink and workstation, and a bar with stools, making the friendly side of pizza-making enjoyable. The loggia also offers shaded dining in the garden. The fire pit has comfortable seating to enjoy cosy evenings watching the stars and wildlife that roam the forest. Beautiful lawns surround all this, and beyond are olive terraces and forest.
Inside the villa are three bedrooms, each with a balcony, lovely views, very comfortable beds, memory foam cool mattresses, beautiful white linen, and tasteful furniture that was carefully chosen to give each room individuality and space. White Christy's bath towels and spa bath robes are provided, and four bathrooms 2 are en-suite, all with quality fittings, Carrara marble tiles and heated towel rails. The sitting room is comfortably furnished with a huge log fire and glass door (logs provided). There is a sofa bed in the sitting room and a shower room next door. 50-inch Smart TV, Wifi in all rooms garden and pool area.
The villa is ideally situated on the edge of a medieval village at the foothills of the Apennines, an unspoiled part of Italy, Pisa, Lucca, Florence, and beaches such as Lerici and the Cinque Terre with the five famous fishing villages, all within easy driving distance. You can catch the boat from Lerici or La Spezia to the Cinque Terre; boat hopping is a popular way to see the Cinque Terre. If you prefer to take the train, you can reach all these places from Villafranca, 4km from the property.
The area is a paradise for country lovers; at dawn and dusk, it is possible to see the occasional deer and even wild boar. Watch the eagles and other rare birds as they soar above the hills and down the valleys. There is plenty of walking immediately on the doorstep, and mountaintop meadows are abundant with flowers heavy with perfume. The region is scattered with castles steeped in history; you will enjoy the best of Tuscany, the beautiful landscapes, many local restaurants, good food and a warm Italian welcome.
Chef available for Classic Tuscan dishes or BBQ, Pizza your choice. Food and wine hampers on request.

Property manager

Lynn and Bill Taylor

Languages

English, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness centre
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Snow sports gear
  • Cycling on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Golf on site
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3014 sq ft (280 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Hot Tub garden Out Door Kitchen Pizza Oven Fast Wifi air Con

About the area

Villafranca in Lunigiana

Located in Villafranca in Lunigiana, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Museum of the Lunigiana Stele Statues and Museo della Stampa are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Biancani and Pratospilla Ski Resort. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Bagnone Castle - 16 min drive
  • Il Giardino della Luna Restaurant - 20 min drive
  • Castello di Piagnaro - 24 min drive
  • Appennino Tosco-Emiliano National Park - 33 min drive
  • La Spezia Cruise Terminal - 43 min drive

Getting around

  • Villafranca-Bagnone Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Biffi Bar - 15 min drive
  • Bar Nello - 13 min drive
  • Antica Pieve - 13 min drive
  • Pizzeria Tipico - 12 min drive
  • Facebar - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa, Heated Pool, Spa, Firepit, Outdoor Kitchen, BBQ, Smoker, Pizza Oven, have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Villa, Heated Pool, Spa, Firepit, Outdoor Kitchen, BBQ, Smoker, Pizza Oven, pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 51 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Max P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Holiday in Tuscany
The villa was even better than expected. The owners Lynn and Bill were fantastics, always ready to help just few mins aways if require. Overall a great stay with the family and ideal spot to relax and as a base to day trips in various locations in Tuscany and Liguria. Five stars plus!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ayelet G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic experience!
Lynn and Bill, our hosts, exceeded all our expectations. They were proactive, helpful, and extremely tuned to our needs. They make us feel at home. The house is beautiful. It’s secluded and peaceful, which is not trivial. Because it’s about 500 meters above see level, the temperature there is much nicer than most of Italy during the summer months. The house is well-equipped and can easily accommodate large groups. The area is beautiful, with many small villages to explore. Highly recommended!
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Farida K., Boston , MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Ariola
We had a fabulous time with our family at the villa . Bill and Lynn were incredible hosts and went above and beyond to help us and make our stay comfortable and fun . They helped us plan our activities which included hiking and biking . Their restaurant recommendations were fabulous and the villa has everything you need . It is like home away from home .They were there to help us every step of the way . We loved the pool , the hot tub and the fire pit . The area is so beautiful surrounded by small villages and incredible scenery . Thank - you Bill and Lynn for making it a memorable vacation for our family .
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wallace S., Glasgow

Liked: Cleanliness
5 star Villa Ariola
We have just returned from a fabulous family holiday in Villa Ariola. The villa is set in an extremely tranquil location and is an ideal spot to unwind and relax. It is an upgraded traditional rustic style Villa with all mod cons. It is very well appointed with everything a family would need. The beautiful outdoor space has something for everyone and is the ideal spot to either chill by the pool through the day, take advantage of the fabulous bbq area, Pizza oven and bar or chill with a drink in the evening watching the stunning night sky that is visible in this hilltop location with minimal light pollution. The Villa is perfectly located to enable exploring Tuscany's many attractions. We were able to visit Florence, Pisa, La Spezia, Sarzana, the Cinque Terre and the stunning local villages of Bagnone and Malgrate. Lynn and Bill are fabulous hosts, nothing was too much trouble and they genuinely go the extra mile to ensure the perfect holiday. We dined in several of the restaurants they had recommended, and kindly booked for us, in the beautiful coastal locations of Porto Venere, Lerici and inland in Filetto and Bagnone. They were all excellent suggestions and the food was fabulous in all of the restaurants. In addition to the excellent restaurant food we were able to enjoy produce from Bill and Lynn's vegetable garden not to mention Bill's delicious home made jam. They also provided an excellent food hamper upon our arrival with everything we needed to get settled in including some excellent wine! In conclusion, a delightful Villa for those wishing to completely relax and get away from it all but still be in a location that enables exploring all Tuscany's numerous attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amie M., Bristol

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic holiday
My husband and I stayed at the property with our two children and my parents in July. Bill and Lynn were wonderful hosts, and the house was perfect for us with lovely rooms, cool living room, large kitchen and fabulous outdoor space. Inside it has absolutely everything you could need and more. We had planned some day trips and meals out, but apart from a few mornings to local villages we didn't really leave! It was so quiet and peaceful and we even managed to see the wild boar. Thank you Bill and Lynn, you were so accommodating and we hope to visit again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Tuscan Family Holiday
We spent 2 weeks at Villa Ariola, and had such a great time. The villa was lovely and clean - with Bill and Lynn going to extra mile to ensure that it was COVID-19 safe. The kitchen had everything you could need and the outdoor kitchen was so useful for the kids to get drinks without having to go into the Villa. The pizza oven and BBQ were great to use and was making pizza from scratch an enjoyable activity for all the family. The whole villa is spacious, the addition of having a washing machine came in really handy with a messy 4 yr old too. The pool was in use from morning till night, and the hot tub a great place to relax at night. We chose Villa Ariola so that we could get away during the pandemic and feel safe and we certainly got that. Villafranca was close by for shopping and it was easy to get to Lucca and the Cinque Terre to explore a little more of Italy. Bill and Lynn were really helpful hosts, suggesting and booking us our restaurants which both were fantastic.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous week at Villa Ariola
We can't praise Villa Ariola highly enough - we spent a fantastic week relaxing up in the mountains of Tuscany. The villa is really a home from home, as soon as we arrived we felt welcome and relaxed. The village is very peaceful, we spent long days lazing in and by the pool, with only the sounds of the local wildlife to be heard. Lynn was wonderful to deal with, communication was open and frequent right from when we made our booking and nothing was too much trouble. It was lovely to meet her at the property on our arrival. The villa is well equipped and was spotlessly clean. The welcome pack of food is very generous and provides most of the things you'll need for the first couple of days of your stay. The bathrobes were a welcome addition for using the hot tub (another great feature of the villa!) as later in the season it can be a little chilly in the evening (relatively speaking , 30+ degrees in the daytime and probably 20 in the evenings!) We loved our time at Villa Ariola, it was a real opportunity for total relaxation and we didn't want to leave, either during or at the end of our stay! We will certainly be back. Thank you so much Lynn and Bill for sharing your lovely house!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay
Fantastic property and location. The stay was made very relaxing by the depth of information provided from the excellent owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Caroline R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful villa
We had a great stay at Lynn and Bill’s villa. They are great hosts and made us feel very welcome, answered all queries and kept us informed of local events. Also, their wine is delicious! Very spacious and clean property. Great outdoor area with a luxurious feel and many different seating areas and shade. Large kitchen with everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tiina O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful villa in Tuscany
Villa Ariola was absolutely amazing. We stayed for 4 nights and really enjoyed our stay. Everything was perfect. Owners Lynn and Bill were very friendly and helpful and they really made us feel welcome. Thank you Lynn and Bill! We couldn't be more satisfied with this wonderful villa and hopefully we have a change to come back again someday. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Location
Lunigiana
Structure Type
Villa